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NH SB123
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/22/2025
Primary Sponsor
Victoria Sullivan
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AI Summary
- Mandates New Hampshire Medicaid to cover ear acupuncture as a treatment for opioid addiction and other substance misuse disorders, starting during detox and continuing throughout treatment
- Requires the Department of Health and Human Services to submit the necessary state Medicaid plan amendment to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services by January 1, 2026
- Estimated annual state expenditure of $1 million to $5 million, with total program costs projected at approximately $9 million per year (split between state and federal funds)
- Cost estimates assume up to 20 covered visits per member annually at approximately $93 per visit, based on Massachusetts' similar program structure
- Takes effect 60 days after passage
Legislative Description
Requiring coverage of ear acupuncture as a treatment for substance misuse under the state Medicaid plan.
Last Action
Pending Motion OT3rdg; 01/29/2026; Senate Journal 2
1/29/2026
Committee Referrals
Health and Human Services1/22/2025
Full Bill Text
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